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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Lemon Heaven vs The Pastry Cart including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $80,000 - $150,000 | N/A |
Franchise Fee | $7,500 - $25,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 5-7% | - |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 1995 | - |
Year Franchised | 2000 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years +10 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years +10 | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | -/- | -/- |
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Equipment | -/- | -/- |
Inventory | -/- | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | Our 5 day training program at corporate headquarters and onsite corporate attendance for your first event, ensure that you get the best start. Continual support so that your business grows and runs smoothly for years to come. | - |
Support | - | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
Why Lemon Heaven ? Many years of experience in the industry translates to more knowledge and existing relationships that we pass on to you. Our system requires very little capital investment to get started compared with other franchises. Very good Return On Investment. Great cash flow. No additional franchise fees to expand to multi unit franchising. We do everything we can to help you expand and grow your business. Our award winning products all have high profit margins. Our method of operation and custom designed equipment allows us to service large crowds in a short period of time while providing customers a unique experience. Quality products and an appearance that you can be proud of.Lemon Heaven's Family Intranet provides you the tools to run your business. Our intranet allows you access to our online, custom event management program and forums to communicate with the other franchisees in the Lemon Heaven System. Yearly convention will give you an opportunity to learn more about the business from educational seminars and networking opportunities with other long time franchisees. Where else can you be your own boss in an environment where you are working; Sporting Events Concerts Arenas & Stadiums Convention Centers Festivals Fairs Amusement Parks Zoos Malls Golf Courses Farmer's Markets What are the fees? Initial Franchise Fee - $15,000. The initial fee covers our cost to get you into the Lemon Heaven System, license our trademarks to you, train you at our corporate headquarters and travel to your home city to help you with your opening event. Royalty Fee - Under $150,000 - 7%, $150,000 - $300,000 - 6% and over $300,000 you pay 5% royalty. Royalty fees pay for corporate support staff, corporate expenses, franchise development, accounting and legal fees. Veterans Discount - Lemon Heaven is a member of the IFA's VetFran program and offers qualified veterans a $5,000 discount from their initial franchise fee. Isn't it time you take control of your own destiny? Contact us now to see if you have what it takes to join our family, The Lemon Heaven Family! Disclaimer Currently, the following states and countries regulate the offer and sale of franchises: In the U.S.: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction.
The Pastry Cart offers high quality products for every store setting. Baked fresh daily, these products provide a wonderful aroma for customers throughout the day. There is almost no production waste since rolls and pastries can be sold throughout the day as an on-the-go snack. Our bakery treats add value and profits to a menu and captures the breakfast, dessert, and snack market. CINNAMON ROLLS Always a hot seller, our Gourmet Cinnamon Rolls are "out of this world delicious!" Fresh baked Danishes, as well as the Rich's XXL Cookies, are only a few of our "cart of pastries" designed to attract repeat business. DONUTS Customers have eagerly returned to the pleasures of indulgence and donuts are the perfect treat. Our donuts offer that made from scratch taste in a convenient format for on the go eating. Fully cooked, our donuts can be warmed and ready to decorate in less than five minutes. Topped off with a cup of rich, delicious, tongue tingling hot coffee, customers will come back just for that pastry and coffee on their way to work or school. All items in The Pastry Cart Program can be prepared and placed in an attractive display case. These tasty treats can be sold individually, half dozen, and dozen. BROWNIES Our thaw and sell Brownies saves labor, eliminates waste, shortens prep time and increases efficiency without sacrificing quality. Who could resist a Rich's Brownie perfectly topped to perfection with icing and sprinkled with confetti! Be sure to offer the pastries everyone loves and you will love your bottom line!